The Transfer Student Center is so proud to celebrate this milestone with you and your family. We know that transferring to a world-class university comes with plenty of questions—and we’ve got the answers.
For over 20 years, The Transfer Student Center has been the home base for transfer students, providing the community, guidance, and resources you need to thrive at Berkeley. Whether you’re feeling nervous or ready to hit the ground running, remember: you belong here, and you aren’t walking this path alone.
Below you will find critical information about the Transfer Student Center services, upcoming events, and opportunities for the newest members of our transfer community!
Learn about some of our programs...
The Transfer Student Center offers a variety of support and services to help you thrive duing your time at Cal. Between out welcome events, 1:1 Counseling, semainars, and community spaces, we are here to ensure you have the resources you need. Below are a few we encourage you to check out as a new student:
Transition Seminars for First-Semester Transfers
Starting Point Mentorship Program
Sharer Scholars
Visit Us!
In you are in or around Berkeley, we encourage you to stop by our locations.
Summer Hours:
TSC Lower Sproul: 100 Student Center (google map link)
Monday-Friday, 9-5pm
TSC Anchor: 1923 Walnut Street (google map link)
Tuesday & Wednesday, 10-4pm
Admissions FAQs for new admits
Have questions about your admissions status? Use this guide which answers some of the commonly asked questions. Please note that newly admittted transfer students can begin making counseling appointments with TSC staff in early summer after they have:
1. Accepted their admission offer
AND
2. Completed their Golden Bear Advising Modules
To learn more about your Golden Bear Experience, including Golden Bear Advising and Golden Bear Orientation, check out: https://orientation.berkeley.edu/new-students/
The New Student Enrollment Webinar is a collaborative event hosted by the Transfer Student Center (TSC) and the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP). This webinar is designed for incoming frosh and transfer students to support them as they navigate their first enrollment period as UC Berkeley students. In this recording, students will learn tips on creating a balanced schedule, understand college policies, and hear from current students about their expereince on campus.